How can technology support the teaching of visual literacy to students? Students need instruction in how to process pictures and graphics critically and reflectively. A number of strategies and techniques are available to teachers wanting to incorporate visual training into their lessons. Because visual literacy is a skill that can be learned and internalized, teachers can easily utilize a variety of available materials and technologies. Educators will enhance their communication with their students using visual literacy tools and technologies that support it. Students will increase their comprehension and critical thinking skills and be able to more effectively create products that reflect visual literacy principles.
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How can technology support the teaching of visual literacy to students? Students need instruction in how to process pictures and graphics critically and reflectively. A number of strategies and techniques are available to teachers wanting to incorporate visual training into their lessons. Because visual literacy is a skill that can be learned and internalized, teachers can easily utilize a variety of available materials and technologies. Educators will enhance their communication with their students using visual literacy tools and technologies that support it. Students will increase their comprehension and critical thinking skills and be able to more effectively create products that reflect visual literacy principles.